Scotland

Scottish nationalists plan new independence vote

Scottish nationalists will propose holding a new referendum on independence from the rest of Britain, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Sunday.

Sep 13, 2015, 07:52 AM IST

RBS turns to an architect of "light touch" regulation

The man synonymous with the "light-touch" regulation which allowed Royal Bank of Scotland to spiral out of control before its 45.5 billion pound ($71 billion) government rescue looks set to guide it back to private hands.

Feb 26, 2015, 18:15 PM IST

London stocks rally as Scotland rejects independence

The London stock market rallied sharply in opening trade on Friday after Scotland voted to reject independence in a crucial referendum.

Sep 19, 2014, 13:37 PM IST

Dollar holds gains in Asia

The euro dipped to $1.2914 and 137.85 yen from $1.2916 and 138.02 yen in New York.

Sep 11, 2014, 10:18 AM IST

European shares fall as Fed, Scotland dominate

European stocks fell for the fourth day in a row and benchmark US Treasury yields rose for the fifth straight session, something not seen since early June.

Sep 10, 2014, 15:21 PM IST